On the evening of September 11, 2024, the Kansas City Royals will clash with the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, beginning at 19:05 ET under partially cloudy skies. Leading the charge for the Royals will be Cole Ragans, noted for his ERA of 3.335, while Luis Gil, with an ERA of 3.237, will take the mound for the Yankees.

As the season progresses, the Royals find themselves in 4th place within the AL Central Division, sporting a record of 80-66, which includes a commendable divisional performance of 33 wins to 16 losses. Their recent run includes 5 wins out of their last 10 outings with a current streak of one win. Statistics at home show a 45-30 record, while away they are slightly less formidable at 35-36. The Royals have shown a robust nighttime game performance, amassing 50 victories compared to 30 during daytime games, with a total scoreline of 690 for and 594 against.

The Yankees, holding the 2nd spot in the AL East Division, present a competitive 83-62 win-loss record, encompassing 22 division wins against 23 losses. They’re looking to recover from a recent single loss after winning 4 of their last 10 games. At Yankee Stadium, they’ve managed a 38-32 record, contrasted by a stronger 45-30 record away from home. Their 52 night game victories significantly surpass their daytime successes of 31 wins, with an aggregate of 730 runs scored while giving up 607.

Turning to the betting odds, the game presents some intriguing possibilities. The point spread stands at -1.5 favoring the Yankees, with an over/under set at 8.0. If you’re leaning towards the money lines, you’ll find the Yankees favored with -144, against the Royals at +123. These odds suggest a tight contest, potentially leaning slightly in favor of the New York Yankees, reflecting their solid record and strong performance in night games.